Hernia

Project Description

What are hernias?

According to strict definition, a hernia is the abnormal displacement of a structure to an abnormal anatomic position through a containing wall. In real terms, we recognise a hernia as a bulge or lump which may be present constantly, or which may appear and disappear. The most common sites for hernias to develop are in the abdominal wall and groin, and it is acknowledged that these can be very painful and debilitating.

Treatment

Mr Birchley treats most types of hernias including inguinal, umbilical, femoral, incisional, Spigelian and epigastric, using either open repair or keyhole surgery (laparoscopic.) The aim of these procedures is to repair your hernia and prevent it from recurring.

Further Information

To the right are information leaflets and links to further information

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About Us

Mr Birchley trained at the Royal London Hospital and was appointed as a Consultant Vascular and General Surgeon at the Royal Devon & Exeter NHS Trust in 2010. All of the data relating to Mr Birchley’s major vascular work is submitted to national databases at NHS Choices and the Vascular Services Quality Improvement Programme, where the published outcomes are available to review.